Marvel Comics | July 1969 | Jack Kirby vs. “HIM”
Pure late-Silver-Age thunder.
Issue #166 throws Thor against HIM (Marvel’s future cosmic entity) in a full-page, fist-flying blowout where gods lose their restraint and kingdoms shake. This is the famous “Warrior Madness” issue — Thor pushed past his limits, punished by Odin, and forced to confront the cost of divine fury.
The cover is classic Kirby impact — raw motion, cracked rock, and fists colliding like planets. Interiors are prime Kirby with Vince Colletta inks and a few creative tweaks by John Romita, rounding out one of the most visually aggressive Thor stories of the era.
A key Bronze-transition issue for any Thor or Kirby collector.
Grade: F+ (6.5)
A solid mid-grade copy with honest wear.
Expect:
Edge wear and handling marks
Spine stress consistent with reading
Corners softened
Good color remains
Marvel Comics | July 1969 | Jack Kirby vs. “HIM”
Pure late-Silver-Age thunder.
Issue #166 throws Thor against HIM (Marvel’s future cosmic entity) in a full-page, fist-flying blowout where gods lose their restraint and kingdoms shake. This is the famous “Warrior Madness” issue — Thor pushed past his limits, punished by Odin, and forced to confront the cost of divine fury.
The cover is classic Kirby impact — raw motion, cracked rock, and fists colliding like planets. Interiors are prime Kirby with Vince Colletta inks and a few creative tweaks by John Romita, rounding out one of the most visually aggressive Thor stories of the era.
A key Bronze-transition issue for any Thor or Kirby collector.
Grade: F+ (6.5)
A solid mid-grade copy with honest wear.
Expect:
Edge wear and handling marks
Spine stress consistent with reading
Corners softened
Good color remains
